“Everyone is a copyright owner.” U.S. Copyright Office You’ve spent months (or years) writing your book. But the moment it’s complete, another question arises. How do you protect it from being stolen or misused? Whether you write novels, nonfiction, poetry, or scripts, copyright is your first line of defense. This writer’s guide walks you through…
“Trademarks are a valuable asset.” Abigail Rubinstein, Attorney Your Author Name Is a Brand. So Protect It You’ve poured time, creativity, and money into building your author brand. But what happens if someone else starts using your series title, publishing imprint name, or logo? That’s where a trademark comes in. This writer’s guide helps new…
“To succeed in business, to reach the top, an individual must know all it is possible to know about that business.” — J. Paul Getty Is It Time to Level Up Your Author Business? Publishing your own book makes you an author. Choosing to run it like a business makes you an entrepreneur. As you…
“Don’t wait for someone else to fund your dream. Start where you are, use what you have, and build from there.” —Arthur Ashe Launching a new indie author business can be an exciting and thrilling experience. But funding the dream? That’s where things get tricky. From the moment you start exploring grants, fellowships, contests, or…
“The avoidance of taxes is the only intellectual pursuit that still carries any reward.” — John Maynard Keynes. If you’re a new indie author, you might be surprised at how many writing-related expenses can potentially be tax-deductible. By understanding and utilizing tax deductions, you can maximize your earnings and ensure that your hard work is…
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“You don’t have to shout to be heard. You just need to speak clearly and consistently.”— Ann Handley, author of Everybody Writes As a new indie author navigating the self-publishing world, building an audience and establishing your author brand can feel like a full-time job. You know you need to post on social media, share…
“Without data, you’re just another person with an opinion.” — W. Edwards Deming As a new indie author, you know how exciting it is to see your book come to life, but how do you ensure it reaches the right readers? The key lies in understanding your audience and their buying habits. In this writer’s…
“Trend analysis isn’t just about looking at data; it’s about finding the story the data is trying to tell you.”— Bernard Marr, bestselling author In today’s fast-paced publishing landscape, staying relevant can be a challenge, especially for new indie authors. Trend analysis offers a roadmap to understanding the market, connecting with readers, and crafting stories…